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Welcome to Letter Sounds! – Learning about letter sounds – Discover end letters of words – Look at the last letter and say its sound – Become a letter detective – Use your skills to find the ending letter – Fun with ending sounds – We’ll play games to practice this skill | This slide introduces the concept of identifying the ending sounds of words, which is a fundamental skill in learning to read and spell. Start by explaining that every word is made up of letters, and each letter has its own sound. Encourage the students to listen carefully to the last sound they hear in a word and connect it to the corresponding letter. Engage the class by turning this into a detective game where they become ‘letter detectives’ searching for clues to solve the mystery of the ending sound. Incorporate interactive activities such as a ‘mystery word’ game where students guess the word based on the ending sound or have them find objects around the classroom that match the ending sounds you call out. This will make the learning process enjoyable and memorable.

Exploring Letter Sounds – Each letter has a unique sound – Sounds are heard in spoken words – For example, ‘t’ in ‘cat’, ‘bat’, ‘hat’ – Knowing sounds aids reading and writing – Recognizing sounds helps us match sounds to letters – Practice makes perfect! – We’ll practice with fun activities in class | This slide introduces the concept of phonemes, the distinct units of sound in a specified language that distinguish one word from another, to first graders. Emphasize that every letter has a sound and that these sounds are the building blocks of words. When we speak, we’re stringing together a series of letter sounds. Understanding these sounds is crucial for developing reading and writing skills. Engage the students with examples and encourage them to listen for the sounds at the end of words. Plan activities where students can practice identifying sounds in a fun and interactive way, such as a ‘sound hunt’ in the classroom or at home with their parents.

Listening to Ending Sounds – Listen to the last sound in a word – Ending sound comes from the last letter – Example: What’s the ending sound of ‘cat’? – The sound at the end is ‘t’, as in ‘cat’ – Practice with different words – Try words like ‘dog’, ‘hat’, ‘run’ | This slide is aimed at helping first graders recognize the ending sounds of words, which is crucial for their phonemic awareness and spelling skills. Start by explaining that the ending sound of a word is the sound we hear last when we say the word out loud. Use the word ‘cat’ as an example and emphasize the ‘t’ sound. Ask the students to repeat after you and then practice with other words. Encourage them to articulate the ending sounds clearly. Provide a list of simple words for them to practice with, and correct gently if they make mistakes. This activity will help them in reading and writing by reinforcing their understanding of letter-sound associations.

Practice Time: Ending Sounds – Listen to the word I say – Think about the last sound you hear – Example: ‘Dog’ ends with ‘g’ – ‘Dog’ sounds like ‘d-aw-g’. What’s at the end? – Your turn with the word ‘hat’ – Does ‘hat’ end with ‘t’ or another sound? | This slide is for a class activity focused on identifying the ending sounds of words. Start by clearly pronouncing a word and then ask the students to listen carefully and think about the last sound they hear in that word. Give an example with the word ‘Dog’ and emphasize the ‘g’ sound at the end. Then, prompt the students with the word ‘hat’ and encourage them to identify the ending sound. This activity helps students with letter-sound associations, a key skill in reading. For the teacher: Be prepared with a list of words of varying difficulty for the students to practice with. Encourage them to articulate the sounds and praise their efforts to build confidence.

Matching Game: Ending Sounds – Match words to ending sounds – Use pictures and letters as clues – Example: ‘pig’ ends with what? – The word ‘pig’ ends with the letter ‘g’. – Think about the sound at the end – Listen carefully to the last sound you hear. | This slide introduces a matching game to help students identify the ending sounds of words. Display pictures and provide corresponding letters, then ask the students to match them based on the ending sounds they hear. For example, show a picture of a pig and ask the students to choose the letter that matches the ending sound. This activity will reinforce their understanding of letter-sound associations. Make sure to articulate the words clearly and repeat the activity with different examples. Encourage the students to say the words out loud and listen to the sounds they make at the end. This will help them in recognizing patterns in spelling and pronunciation.

Let’s Sing a Song About Ending Sounds! – Songs make remembering sounds fun – Learn a song about last letter sounds – We’ll focus on the sound at the end of words – Singing together helps us learn – When we sing as a group, it’s easier to remember – Get ready to follow along and sing! | This slide is designed to engage first-grade students in learning about letter-sound associations through music. Introduce the concept that songs are a fun way to remember different sounds. Teach them a simple song that emphasizes the ending sounds of words. Encourage the students to listen carefully and sing along, as this will help reinforce their understanding of how words can rhyme by sharing the same ending sounds. Make sure to sing the song several times so the students can become familiar with the tune and the concept. This activity not only makes learning phonics enjoyable but also enhances auditory discrimination skills.

Story Time: Listening for Ending Sounds – Listen to the story carefully – I’ll read a story aloud to the class – Clap when you hear ending sounds – Pay attention to the last letter in words – Catch as many sounds as you can – Let’s see who can identify the most sounds! | This slide introduces an interactive class activity designed to help first graders recognize ending sounds in words, which is a key component of letter-sound associations in reading. As the teacher reads a story, students will listen for the last sound in each word and clap when they hear it. This activity not only makes learning fun but also reinforces phonemic awareness. Teachers should choose a story with a clear and slow pace to allow students to process the sounds. It’s important to demonstrate the activity first by reading a word, emphasizing the ending sound, and clapping. Encourage students to participate and praise them for their efforts. After the story, discuss the different sounds caught and the letters they correspond to.

Create Your Own Word – Choose an ending letter – Think of a word ending with it – For example, ‘t’ could be ‘cat’, ‘bat’, or ‘hat’ – Share your word with classmates – Listen to others’ words | This slide is for a class activity that encourages students to apply their knowledge of letter-sound associations by creating words that end with a specific letter. The activity is designed to be interactive and fun, allowing students to think creatively and practice their phonics skills. Teachers should guide the students in choosing a letter and brainstorming words that end with that sound. Afterward, students will have the opportunity to share their words with the class, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Teachers can prepare a list of letters and corresponding example words to help students who may struggle with the activity. Additionally, teachers should listen to the words shared by students and provide positive reinforcement to encourage participation.

Sound Hunt Activity – Let’s go on a sound hunt! – Find objects ending with ‘t’, ‘g’, ‘n’ – Look for ‘hat’, ‘rug’, ‘can’ as examples – Work with a buddy – List the words you discover – Write down your words like ‘cat’, ‘dog’, ‘sun’ | This class activity is designed to help students recognize and associate sounds with the ending letters of words. Divide the class into pairs to foster teamwork. Explain that they will search the classroom for objects that end with the ‘t’, ‘g’, and ‘n’ sounds. Provide examples to start them off, such as ‘hat’ for ‘t’, ‘rug’ for ‘g’, and ‘can’ for ‘n’. Encourage them to listen carefully to the sounds at the end of words and work together to write down their findings. After the hunt, regroup and discuss the words each pair found. This will reinforce their understanding of letter-sound associations and give them practice in phonemic awareness. Have a list of possible words for each sound ready to prompt or assist any group that may be struggling.

Review and Goodbye: Letter-Sound Superstars – Recap today’s letter sounds – Remember the sounds each letter makes. – Practice: Listen for ending sounds – At home, try to hear the last sound in words. – Praise for sound-detective work – You all did amazing finding letter sounds! – Excited to learn more next time! | This slide is meant to wrap up the lesson on letter-sound associations, specifically focusing on the sounds at the end of words. Start by reviewing the sounds that were covered in the lesson. Encourage the students to continue practicing by listening to the sounds at the end of words they hear at home or in their favorite stories. Acknowledge their efforts in becoming ‘sound detectives’ and express enthusiasm for the next lesson to keep them excited about learning. You can also suggest a simple at-home activity, like finding objects that end with a certain sound or playing a game where they guess the ending sound of words you say.